Shark Tank has taken the Indian TV space by storm ever since its inception. Perhaps, the reason behind its popularity is that it acts as a catalyst and fosters new ideas, opportunities, and connections for the startup ecosystem.
It displays and promotes the best of Indian innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. Additionally, it brings out few gems in the field of entrepreneurship into limelight.
From Office Boy to Entrepreneurial Triumph
One such story is of Dadasaheb Bhagat, who worked as a office boy once with Infosys, but now secured a Rs 1 crore deal on the Shark Tank India season 3.
A proud owner of Rs 10 crore startup, Bhagat captured the attention and admiration of the sharks in the episode.
Hailing from Beed, Beed, Maharashtra, beginning career as an office boy with meagre earnings of Rs 80 a day to now owning a startup, his story is the story of quintessential underdog who makes its big despite all odds stacked against him. With power of determination and perseverance, he built his own company, displaying his unwavering resolve and hard work.
Quintessential Underdog – Rags to Riches
Born in 1994, Dadasaheb was forced to leave school due to situations at home. He left school after 10th grade to help his family and worked various jobs and eventually got a job at Infosys in Chennai, where he did various tasks like cleaning.
However, he never gave up on learning and in his free time, he learned about computers, like coding and design which helped him prepare for better opportunities ahead.
Despite a life-altering accident, he continued to pursue education and explore entrepreneurial opportunities. He grew passionate about the graphic design and he eventually started selling templates online and leading his way to founding two successful companies: Ninthmotion and DooGraphics.
His life and his story really took off after his appearance on Shark Tank India with hopes of expanding his business. Originally he made an offer for Rs 1 crore for a 2.5 percent stake. After negotiating, he struck a deal with Aman Gupta, for Rs 1 crore in exchange for a 10% stake in his company.
